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Level-5
Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills & Theory
Course Overview
Online Training Course
Recognised National Qualification (RQF) - Diploma
Cognitive Behaviour Therapeutic Skills and Theory
This qualification is intended for candidates who want to develop CBT skills and theory as an integral part of their professional counselling work. This qualification is designed to enhance the employability of counsellors in organisational settings and as independent practitioners by giving them a solid grounding in CBT skills and theory. CBT is one of the NICE recommended psychological therapies and counsellors with CBT skills are often favoured above those without in multidisciplinary psychological
therapy teams especially the Increasing Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) team The Completed Assessments include creating a Portfolio which consists of achieving Learning Criteria over seven Learning Outcomes.
An important aspect of the course is that Tutors pride themselves on maintaining a student-led approach, to include a sensitivity in providing constructive feedback. Continual support and guidance is offered with regular Tutorials ensuring a positive learning experience. This is complimented by external speakers from time to time.
The philosophy of ensuring ease of communication is aided by our tailored interactive classrooms.
The Key Features:
- 39 UCAS Credits/120 Hours Guided Learning
- Tailored to inform CBT Clinical Practice
- Accredited by the qualifications & curriculum authority (Ofqual)
- Intensive - Duration of course - One Academic Year (2 Semesters)
- Inclusive of one day face to face CBT Skills work-shop
- Additional group supervision provided
- Sensitive Tutor feedback and Peer collaboration
- Inspiring creativity of clinical practice
- Invitation to External Speakers
- Blended /Hybrid learning/Group work and Assessments
Course Outline
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Mode of studyList Item 1
Online and Blended Learning
120 Hours (Minimum) Guided Learning (GLH)
388 Hours Total Qualification Time (TQT)
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DurationList Item 2
One Academic Year (2 Semesters)
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Start Date
TBA
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Course Times
Example: Evening/Daytime Course:
Timetable to be advised
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Registration Criteria
- Minimum age 19
- Level-4 qualification in Therapeutic Counselling is a recognised Counselling Qualification
- Or Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) will be considered
- Acceptance of the course is subject to an interview and references from your current Supervisor
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Assessment
- Course work
- Internal assessment of candidate portfolio
- External assessment of case review
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Cost
Breakdown of initial cost:
- £356 CPCAB Registration Fee
- £144 ACE Courses Adminstration Fee
- The above totals £500 Payable - Non Refundable to secure your place and registration/external exam.
- A further course fee of £1600 is to be received/arranged before the course starts. This is fully refundable within the first two weeks if you decide not to continue with the course, thereafter 50% will be refundable if you leave the course within a further 2 weeks.
- Refer to Student Finance for eligibility (here).
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Enquiry/Register your Interest
We will be holding an open day event which will inform you of a brief overview of the course, answer any questions you may have and provide you with an opportunity to meet your Tutors. Please complete the Enquiry/Register of Interest Form to enable an invitation.
What next
If you do not fully meet the eligibility criteria for any of the courses on offer but feel you would be suitable for the course because you have other equivalent qualifications and/or experience relevant to your application; please request a recognition of prior learning form. We aim to provide a decision within 48 hours of receipt of your completed form and requirements accompanied by a nominal non-refundable administration payment to cover the cost of assessment.
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